Episodes

New Car Sales report for the Houston Region from the HADA Chairman and it is 'Konrad's Car Clinic'.
May 12, 2023

New Car Sales report for the Houston Region from the HADA Chairman an…

For the last few years, car sales have been down down down...for a lot of reasons that are generally traced back to the pandemic for starters. Supply chain issues followed, then just getting parts for the supply chain helped...

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There IS a High School Racing Association and GM is working on a new 'tow dolly'.
May 11, 2023

There IS a High School Racing Association and GM is working on a new …

There are all kinds of statistics and reports and data that will attest to a young man's fascination with automobiles. Most of the time, particularly with teen drivers, it is not so good, but it is there. Joining us on this ...

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EV headlines and more from the 'EV-angleist' Richard 'Buzz' Smith and a look at 'This Week in Auto History'.
May 10, 2023

EV headlines and more from the 'EV-angleist' Richard 'Buzz' Smith and…

Whether you are talking politics, stories on auto consumers or even some of the early morning 'family news' shows, Electric Vehicles are getting headlines. So much that it is often hard to figure out what is what. When that...

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Short Track Oval Racing, Southern Style with the Revved Up Sports Show!  The new Toyota Sequoia Capstone in the New Car Showroom!
May 9, 2023

Short Track Oval Racing, Southern Style with the Revved Up Sports Sho…

Short track oval racing is a form of motorsport that takes place on oval-shaped tracks typically less than one mile in length. Unlike other forms of racing, short track oval racing creates an emphasis on driver skill and st...

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'REAL' EV maintenance and some very real maintenance safety issues that don't make the headlines!
May 8, 2023

'REAL' EV maintenance and some very real maintenance safety issues th…

Reading the headlines, it is very easy to think that an EV - Electric Vehicles - doesn't have the same maintenance issues or schedules that an internal combustion engine vehicle has. That is somewhat true, however, due to th...

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AI meets RVing - the AdventureGenie is out of the bottle!  A review of the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Trailhawk!
May 7, 2023

AI meets RVing - the AdventureGenie is out of the bottle! A review o…

Camping and RVing has long been a family tradition. Many people started with the idea of simply getting away to nature. Back when the family truckster was a station wagon, folding the seats down and sleeping there was an ea...

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More from Sampsons' Performance and Restoration - from the engine shop.  Bobby Sparkman, and more family connections.
May 5, 2023

More from Sampsons' Performance and Restoration - from the engine sho…

The Hot Rod Tour of Texas is now in it's 2nd year! From a simple idea of families getting together with hot rods as the common theme, the Hot Rod Tour of Texas was born. Now in the second year, 300-automotive enthusiasts sig...

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We are talk'n 'Street Wyllis', Chevy Apache and Sampson Engine building
May 4, 2023

We are talk'n 'Street Wyllis', Chevy Apache and Sampson Engine buildi…

The idea of a bunch of hot rodders getting together is nothing new. It has been going on for who knows how long - almost any town across America probably has a hang- out for Friday or Saturday night. Maybe even on a spring ...

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Sampson's Performance and Restoration ... also we have a review of the Mazda CX-30
May 3, 2023

Sampson's Performance and Restoration ... also we have a review of th…

Now in the second year, 300-automotive enthusiasts signed up to start the Hot Rod Tour of Texas in Victoria, Texas. Don Armstrong make the initial event, and this year, the rest of the crew couldn't stand not getting involve...

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Roll'n on the Hot Rod Tour of Texas with more participants at Sampson Performance and Restoration!
May 2, 2023

Roll'n on the Hot Rod Tour of Texas with more participants at Sampson…

Now in the second year, 300-automotive enthusiasts signed up to start the Hot Rod Tour of Texas in Victoria, Texas. Don Armstrong make the initial event, and this year, the rest of the crew couldn't stand not getting involve...

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On with the Hot Rod Tour of Texas, we make a stop at StarFab in New Braunfels, Texas.
May 1, 2023

On with the Hot Rod Tour of Texas, we make a stop at StarFab in New B…

The idea of a bunch of hot rodders getting together is nothing new. It has been going on for who knows how long - almost any town across America probably has a hang- out for Friday or Saturday night. Maybe even on a spring ...

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Hot Rod Tour of Texas kicks off three days of cruizin' the backroads of Texas!
May 1, 2023

Hot Rod Tour of Texas kicks off three days of cruizin' the backroads …

The idea of a bunch of hot rodders getting together is nothing new. It has been going on for who knows how long - almost any town across America probably has a hang- out for Friday or Saturday night. Maybe even on a spring ...

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An update on the RiverFest Classic Car Show hosted by the C10 Truck Club!
April 28, 2023

An update on the RiverFest Classic Car Show hosted by the C10 Truck C…

The Port Neches RiverFest is five amazing days of boat racing, carnival rides, arts & crafts, car shows, treasure hunts, boat shows and delicious food! One of the main events on Saturday, May 6, 2023, is the Classic Car Show ...

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A look at the upcoming Keels & Wheels Concour's and a review of the 2023 Cadillac Escalade V-series!
April 27, 2023

A look at the upcoming Keels & Wheels Concour's and a review of the 2…

Just outside of Houston, sits the Lakewood Yacht Club - a very picturesque location with tall trees and water access. The club it's self is pretty cool, but once a year, they host the Keels & Wheel Concour event that makes e...

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Think your passwords are secure?  NordPass has some interesting findings in the auto world!  We look at '5-Weird Engines'.
April 26, 2023

Think your passwords are secure? NordPass has some interesting findi…

In the movie 'Spaceballs', King Roland finally succumbs to the pressure and delivers the security code 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 to access the planets air supply. It turns out to be the same as the luggage code for President Skroob'...

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Consumer Demand for EVs?  New EPA standards for ICE vehicles?  Chris Harto with Consumer Reports has more...
April 25, 2023

Consumer Demand for EVs? New EPA standards for ICE vehicles? Chris …

The consumer demand for new EVs is climbing according to reports, but is it really? Can producers keep up with the demand? Are the new EPA standards for ICE vehicles designed to make the production of EVs easier? Better? C...

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The Mustang Club of America - what is it?  Randy Weldon has an answer and the Ford F-150 Lariat Lightning is in the New Car Showroom.
April 24, 2023

The Mustang Club of America - what is it? Randy Weldon has an answer…

Seems like the Mustang Club of America, which is actually a global organization has been around forever. So when did it really start? Where? and who's idea was it? Joining us on this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk is fr...

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Car Insurance - up, up, and away!  Konrad's Car Clinic is talking batteries...
April 23, 2023

Car Insurance - up, up, and away! Konrad's Car Clinic is talking bat…

Vehicle insurance is one of those things that you hate paying for and hope you never need it ... until you do need it. Then it can be your best friend...kind'a sort'a...almost maybe. Konrad shares some of his experiences in ...

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Chevy Camaro going away?  Impacts on NASCAR, NHRA, and more!
April 21, 2023

Chevy Camaro going away? Impacts on NASCAR, NHRA, and more!

During this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we talk about the evolution of the NASCAR body/engines since it is basically a one supplier setup for everyone. We look at the ongoing Mecum Auction and the upcoming Hot Rod Tour...

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God's Garage stops by and we look at the Crash Test Dummies!
April 20, 2023

God's Garage stops by and we look at the Crash Test Dummies!

When it rains it pours, or so the saying goes. This week, we were set to be remote with Tailpipes & Tacos in Katy, Texas. Along with our gang, the crew from God's Garage was set to be there as well. Stan Holt, our host with...

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It is Show and Tell with the Boys and we have This Week In Auto History
April 19, 2023

It is Show and Tell with the Boys and we have This Week In Auto Histo…

On this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we get a chance to cover a lot of 'stories' - LED lights, difference in Synthetic oil and 'dino' oil, and we go into 'This Week In Auto History'. We also have Automotive News Headlin...

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Mustang Club of America is headed to OIR and Bryan Kerrick has the news!
April 18, 2023

Mustang Club of America is headed to OIR and Bryan Kerrick has the ne…

You don't have to be a Ford Mustang owner, or even a Ford owner to have heard about the Mustang club of America. It is really an international organization that is very active. In fact, In Wheel Time Car Talk had the opportu...

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Richard Tomlin is on the road again! In the New Car Showroom, it is the 2023 EQS 580!
April 17, 2023

Richard Tomlin is on the road again! In the New Car Showroom, it is t…

Apex Auto Works down in Alvin, Texas, is one of those places that can do a lot of things, and do so! Seems owner Richard Tomlin is always on the go to either race, support customer racers, and even do some race support! We c...

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Show and Tell with the In Wheel Time Car Talk crew and a review of the 2022 Ford Bronco Everglades!
April 17, 2023

Show and Tell with the In Wheel Time Car Talk crew and a review of th…

The In Wheel Time Car Talk crew gets a chance to talk about 'stuff' and it is the Cruise-In Calendar! In the New Car Showroom, Don Armstrong gets to take a look at the 2022 Ford Bronco Everglades, an off-road model that makes...

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